Feb
24
Maine surpasses 2,000 deaths from COVID-19.
Maine surpasses 2,000 deaths from COVID-19. (Portland Press Herald)
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Feb
24
Malaysia reports a record 31,199 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.3 million.
Malaysia reports a record 31,199 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.3 million. (The Star)
Feb
24
Romania, Poland, and the Baltic states agree to trigger article 4 of NATO's North Atlantic Treaty in response to Russian aggression.
Romania, Poland, and the Baltic states agree to trigger article 4 of NATO's North Atlantic Treaty in response to Russian aggression. (ERR) (Digi24)
Feb
24
Russia announces that they have taken control of the North Crimean Canal in the Kherson Oblast and have restored the supply of water to Crimea.
Russia announces that they have taken control of the North Crimean Canal in the Kherson Oblast and have restored the supply of water to Crimea. (Reuters)
Feb
24
Russian gunships bombard Antonov Airport near Kyiv.
Russian gunships bombard Antonov Airport near Kyiv. Ukraine says that three helicopters were shot down in defence. Russian Airborne Forces seized control of the airport, but the Ukrainian Ground Forces have recaptured the airport. (The Moscow Times) (Reuters) (Ukrinform)
Feb
24
Russian troops enter Sumy and take control of the road leading from Kyiv to Moscow.
Russian troops enter Sumy and take control of the road leading from Kyiv to Moscow. Battles for strategic cities on the railway to Sumy are also underway. (Novoye Vremya)
Feb
24
Singapore suspends a plan to ease and simplify COVID-19-related rules, including home gatherings, which was expected to begin tomorrow due to an increase in new
Singapore suspends a plan to ease and simplify COVID-19-related rules, including home gatherings, which was expected to begin tomorrow due to an increase in new COVID-19 cases. (Bloomberg)
Feb
24
Thailand reports a record 23,557 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2.79 million.
Thailand reports a record 23,557 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2.79 million. (Bangkok Post)
Feb
24
The European Medicines Agency recommends the usage of the Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for teenagers over the age of 12 years and also app
The European Medicines Agency recommends the usage of the Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for teenagers over the age of 12 years and also approves the use of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children between the ages of 6 and 11 years. (The Journal.ie)
Feb
24
The Mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, announces a curfew in the capital from 10 p.m.
The Mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, announces a curfew in the capital from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. (Reuters)
Feb
25
2021–22 UEFA Champions League UEFA announces the relocation of this year's Champions League final from the Krestovsky Stadium in Saint Petersburg to the Stade d
2021–22 UEFA Champions League UEFA announces the relocation of this year's Champions League final from the Krestovsky Stadium in Saint Petersburg to the Stade de France near Paris, in response to the crisis. (CNN)
Feb
25
A captain and corporal from the Russian 11th Guards Air Assault Brigade surrender to the Armed Forces of Ukraine near Chernihiv.
A captain and corporal from the Russian 11th Guards Air Assault Brigade surrender to the Armed Forces of Ukraine near Chernihiv. (Gazeta.ua)
Feb
25
A column of Russian soldiers is defeated by the Ukrainian army in Starobilsk.
A column of Russian soldiers is defeated by the Ukrainian army in Starobilsk. (Gazeta.ua)
Feb
25
At least 23 FARC dissidents are killed by the Colombian Army during an operation in Arauca Department.
At least 23 FARC dissidents are killed by the Colombian Army during an operation in Arauca Department. (Al Jazeera)
Feb
25
Battle of Antonov Airport The Russian Defence Ministry says that Russian Airborne Forces have recaptured the strategic Hostomel Airport near Kyiv, after assault
Battle of Antonov Airport The Russian Defence Ministry says that Russian Airborne Forces have recaptured the strategic Hostomel Airport near Kyiv, after assaulting the airbase with 200 helicopters. (BBC News)
Feb
25
Battle of Chernihiv A captain and corporal from the Russian 11th Guards Air Assault Brigade surrender to the Armed Forces of Ukraine near Chernihiv.
Battle of Chernihiv A captain and corporal from the Russian 11th Guards Air Assault Brigade surrender to the Armed Forces of Ukraine near Chernihiv. (Gazeta.ua)
Feb
25
Battle of Ivankiv Ukrainian airborne assault troops engage Russian soldiers at Ivankiv and Dymer.
Battle of Ivankiv Ukrainian airborne assault troops engage Russian soldiers at Ivankiv and Dymer. (Gazeta.ua)
Feb
25
Battle of Starobilsk A column of Russian soldiers is defeated by the Ukrainian army in Starobilsk.
Battle of Starobilsk A column of Russian soldiers is defeated by the Ukrainian army in Starobilsk. (Gazeta.ua)
Feb
25
Battle of Sumy Russian forces reportedly retreat from Sumy.
Battle of Sumy Russian forces reportedly retreat from Sumy. (Channel 24)
Feb
25
Belarus–Ukraine relations Secretary of the Belarus Foreign Ministry Anatoly Glaz says that Belarus is ready to help bring peace to Ukraine amid reports of possi
Belarus–Ukraine relations Secretary of the Belarus Foreign Ministry Anatoly Glaz says that Belarus is ready to help bring peace to Ukraine amid reports of possible peace talks in Minsk. (Belta)
Feb
25
During an emergency NATO summit, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announces that NATO will provide weapons to Ukraine.
During an emergency NATO summit, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announces that NATO will provide weapons to Ukraine. He also announces that the NATO Response Force will be activated for the first time in history. (Reuters) (Stars and Stripes)
Feb
25
Foreign relations of the Federated States of Micronesia The Federated States of Micronesia suspends diplomatic ties with Russia.
Foreign relations of the Federated States of Micronesia The Federated States of Micronesia suspends diplomatic ties with Russia. (Barron's)
Feb
25
Indonesia reports a record 61,631 new COVID-19 recoveries in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of recoveries to 4.73 million.
Indonesia reports a record 61,631 new COVID-19 recoveries in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of recoveries to 4.73 million. (detikNews)
Feb
25
Kremlin Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov says that Russia has agreed to hold talks and will send a delegation to Minsk, Belarus.
Kremlin Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov says that Russia has agreed to hold talks and will send a delegation to Minsk, Belarus. (The Wall Street Journal)
Feb
25
Malaysia reports a record for the second consecutive day of 32,070 new COVID-19 cases, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.33 million.
Malaysia reports a record for the second consecutive day of 32,070 new COVID-19 cases, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.33 million. (Malay Mail)
Feb
25
Media freedom in Russia Russia announces that it has partially restricted access to Facebook.
Media freedom in Russia Russia announces that it has partially restricted access to Facebook. (CNET)
Feb
25
Russia announces that it has partially restricted access to Facebook.
Russia announces that it has partially restricted access to Facebook. (CNET)
Feb
25
Russia–United States relations The Biden administration announces that the U.S.
Russia–United States relations The Biden administration announces that the U.S. will join the European Union in imposing sanctions on Putin. (NBC News)
Feb
25
Secretary of the Belarus Foreign Ministry Anatoly Glaz says that Belarus is ready to help bring peace to Ukraine amid reports of possible peace talks in Minsk.
Secretary of the Belarus Foreign Ministry Anatoly Glaz says that Belarus is ready to help bring peace to Ukraine amid reports of possible peace talks in Minsk. (Belta)
Feb
25
The Biden administration announces that the U.S.
The Biden administration announces that the U.S. will join the European Union in imposing sanctions on Putin. (NBC News)
Feb
25
The Council of the OECD formally terminates the accession process of Russia to the organisation.
The Council of the OECD formally terminates the accession process of Russia to the organisation. (OECD)
Feb
25
The Federated States of Micronesia suspends diplomatic ties with Russia.
The Federated States of Micronesia suspends diplomatic ties with Russia. (Barron's)
Feb
25
The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile cancels this year's edition of the Russian Grand Prix in Sochi initially scheduled for September 25, stating that
The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile cancels this year's edition of the Russian Grand Prix in Sochi initially scheduled for September 25, stating that "it is impossible to hold the Russian Grand Prix in the current circumstances". (BBC Sport)
Feb
25
The Russian Defence Ministry says that Russian Airborne Forces have recaptured the strategic Hostomel Airport near Kyiv, after assaulting the airbase with 200 h
The Russian Defence Ministry says that Russian Airborne Forces have recaptured the strategic Hostomel Airport near Kyiv, after assaulting the airbase with 200 helicopters. (BBC News)
Feb
25
UEFA announces the relocation of this year's Champions League final from the Krestovsky Stadium in Saint Petersburg to the Stade de France near Paris, in respon
UEFA announces the relocation of this year's Champions League final from the Krestovsky Stadium in Saint Petersburg to the Stade de France near Paris, in response to the crisis. (CNN)
Feb
25
Ukraine says that Russian troops have entered Kyiv and heavy fighting is underway.
Ukraine says that Russian troops have entered Kyiv and heavy fighting is underway. Videos on social media show tanks advancing through the city's Obolon neighbourhood. Gunfire and explosions are also reported in the city's Podilskyi District. (BBC News) (The Guardian)
Feb
25
Ukraine–NATO relations, 2022 NATO virtual summit During an emergency NATO summit, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announces that NATO will provide weapons to
Ukraine–NATO relations, 2022 NATO virtual summit During an emergency NATO summit, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announces that NATO will provide weapons to Ukraine. He also announces that the NATO Response Force will be activated for the first time in history. (Reuters) (Stars and Stripes)
Feb
25
Ukrainian airborne assault troops engage Russian soldiers at Ivankiv and Dymer.
Ukrainian airborne assault troops engage Russian soldiers at Ivankiv and Dymer. (Gazeta.ua)
Feb
26
Battle of Melitopol The Russian Armed Forces report that they have captured the city of Melitopol in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
Battle of Melitopol The Russian Armed Forces report that they have captured the city of Melitopol in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. However, this claim is disputed. Russian state media says that Russian troops entered the city after facing "no resistance". (Reuters) (TASS)
Feb
26
Internet censorship in Russia Russia blocks access to social media platform Twitter.
Internet censorship in Russia Russia blocks access to social media platform Twitter. (The Verge)
Feb
26
Russia blocks access to social media platform Twitter.
Russia blocks access to social media platform Twitter. (The Verge)
Feb
26
Russian forces shell the city of Sartana, Ukraine, and the nearby village of Buhas, killing ten Greek nationals.
Russian forces shell the city of Sartana, Ukraine, and the nearby village of Buhas, killing ten Greek nationals. (Al Jazeera)
Feb
26
Sergey Aksyonov, the head of the Republic of Crimea, says that supplies of water via the North Crimean Canal returned after Russians destroyed the dam that prev
Sergey Aksyonov, the head of the Republic of Crimea, says that supplies of water via the North Crimean Canal returned after Russians destroyed the dam that prevented the flow of water from the Dnieper river. (TASS)
Feb
26
South Korea reports 112 deaths from COVID-19, a new single-day record.
South Korea reports 112 deaths from COVID-19, a new single-day record. (AP)
Feb
26
The Russian Armed Forces report that they have captured the city of Melitopol in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
The Russian Armed Forces report that they have captured the city of Melitopol in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. However, this claim is disputed. Russian state media says that Russian troops entered the city after facing "no resistance". (Reuters) (TASS)
Feb
26
Universities reopen in Afghanistan to male and female students for the first time since the Taliban took power 6 months ago.
Universities reopen in Afghanistan to male and female students for the first time since the Taliban took power 6 months ago. (VOA)
Feb
27
2022 EFL Cup Final Liverpool beat Chelsea 11–10 in a penalty shoot-out at Wembley Stadium to win the 2021–22 EFL Cup and claim a record ninth cup title.
2022 EFL Cup Final Liverpool beat Chelsea 11–10 in a penalty shoot-out at Wembley Stadium to win the 2021–22 EFL Cup and claim a record ninth cup title. (The Guardian)
Feb
27
Belarus–European Union relations The European Union imposes sanctions on Belarus, forbidding the import of some commodities, including timber, steel, oil-derive
Belarus–European Union relations The European Union imposes sanctions on Belarus, forbidding the import of some commodities, including timber, steel, oil-derived fuels and cement. (Ekonomichna Pravda) (Reuters)
Feb
27
British Petroleum liquidates its 19.75% stake in Russian state-owned oil company Rosneft.
British Petroleum liquidates its 19.75% stake in Russian state-owned oil company Rosneft. (The Daily Telegraph)
Feb
27
Censorship in the European Union The European Union bans the Sputnik news agency and RT, both state-sponsored news outlets which are widely considered to be pro
Censorship in the European Union The European Union bans the Sputnik news agency and RT, both state-sponsored news outlets which are widely considered to be promoting Russian propaganda. (Reuters)
Feb
27
Germany announces it will send weapons to Ukraine.
Germany announces it will send weapons to Ukraine. (The Wall Street Journal)
Feb
27
Germany–Ukraine relations Germany announces it will send weapons to Ukraine.
Germany–Ukraine relations Germany announces it will send weapons to Ukraine. (The Wall Street Journal)
Feb
27
Hong Kong reports a record 26,062 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the territory to 138,955.
Hong Kong reports a record 26,062 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the territory to 138,955. (The Standard)
Feb
27
Kherson offensive Russian troops enter the port city of Berdiansk and seize all administrative buildings, according to the city's mayor.
Kherson offensive Russian troops enter the port city of Berdiansk and seize all administrative buildings, according to the city's mayor. (The Jerusalem Post) (Ukrinform)
Feb
27
Liverpool beat Chelsea 11–10 in a penalty shoot-out at Wembley Stadium to win the 2021–22 EFL Cup and claim a record ninth cup title.
Liverpool beat Chelsea 11–10 in a penalty shoot-out at Wembley Stadium to win the 2021–22 EFL Cup and claim a record ninth cup title. (The Guardian)
Feb
27
Norway's sovereign fund will divest its Russian holdings.
Norway's sovereign fund will divest its Russian holdings. (Reuters)
Feb
27
Reactions to the 2021–2022 Russo-Ukrainian crisis Censorship in the European Union The European Union bans the Sputnik news agency and RT, both state-sponsored
Reactions to the 2021–2022 Russo-Ukrainian crisis Censorship in the European Union The European Union bans the Sputnik news agency and RT, both state-sponsored news outlets which are widely considered to be promoting Russian propaganda. (Reuters)
Feb
27
Russian Ground Forces begin targeting gas and oil pipelines outside Kharkiv and Kyiv in an attempt to incapacitate their defenses, with multiple explosions bein
Russian Ground Forces begin targeting gas and oil pipelines outside Kharkiv and Kyiv in an attempt to incapacitate their defenses, with multiple explosions being reported at an oil depot near Vasylkiv, Kyiv Oblast. (BBC News)
Feb
27
Russian troops enter the port city of Berdiansk and seize all administrative buildings, according to the city's mayor.
Russian troops enter the port city of Berdiansk and seize all administrative buildings, according to the city's mayor. (The Jerusalem Post) (Ukrinform)
Feb
27
The European Union bans the Sputnik news agency and RT, both state-sponsored news outlets which are widely considered to be promoting Russian propaganda.
The European Union bans the Sputnik news agency and RT, both state-sponsored news outlets which are widely considered to be promoting Russian propaganda. (Reuters)
Feb
27
The European Union imposes sanctions on Belarus, forbidding the import of some commodities, including timber, steel, oil-derived fuels and cement.
The European Union imposes sanctions on Belarus, forbidding the import of some commodities, including timber, steel, oil-derived fuels and cement. (Ekonomichna Pravda) (Reuters)
Feb
27
The European Union says that it will provide fighter aircraft and finance €500 million in procurement and delivery of weapons to Ukraine, the first time that th
The European Union says that it will provide fighter aircraft and finance €500 million in procurement and delivery of weapons to Ukraine, the first time that the EU has done so. The EU will also provide €50 million in medical supplies. (Ukrinform) (Reuters)
Feb
27
The Peruvian Ministry of Transport and Communications announces that they have extended the suspension of passenger flights from South Africa until March 31.
The Peruvian Ministry of Transport and Communications announces that they have extended the suspension of passenger flights from South Africa until March 31. (Andina)
Feb
27
The Ukrainian Army announces that they remain in control of Kyiv.
The Ukrainian Army announces that they remain in control of Kyiv. Additionally, regional governor Oleh Synyehubov announces that Ukraine remains in control of Kharkiv. (India Today) (Daily Sabah)
Feb
27
Ukraine says that they have used Baykar Bayraktar TB2 drones against Russian forces.
Ukraine says that they have used Baykar Bayraktar TB2 drones against Russian forces. (The Wall Street Journal)
Feb
28
2021–2022 global energy crisis Petrol prices in the United Kingdom reach an all-time high, according to the RAC.
2021–2022 global energy crisis Petrol prices in the United Kingdom reach an all-time high, according to the RAC. (BBC News)
Feb
28
A report from the second IPCC working group is published, focusing on adaptation to climate change and population vulnerability.
A report from the second IPCC working group is published, focusing on adaptation to climate change and population vulnerability. (The Conversation)
Feb
28
Dmitry Peskov says that Vladimir Putin's nuclear deterrent order remarks were in response to comments made by British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss.
Dmitry Peskov says that Vladimir Putin's nuclear deterrent order remarks were in response to comments made by British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss. (The Independent)
Feb
28
France calls for the talks to end this week and for Iran and the Western countries to reach an agreement to revive the deal.
France calls for the talks to end this week and for Iran and the Western countries to reach an agreement to revive the deal. (Times of Israel)
Feb
28
Gujarat will lift their COVID-19 restrictions on March 2.
Gujarat will lift their COVID-19 restrictions on March 2. (New Indian Express)
Feb
28
Hennadiy Matsehora, the mayor of Kupiansk who surrendered the city to the Russians in exchange for peace the previous day, is now indicted for treason by Ukrain
Hennadiy Matsehora, the mayor of Kupiansk who surrendered the city to the Russians in exchange for peace the previous day, is now indicted for treason by Ukrainian officials. (Ukrainska Pravda) (Ukrainska Pravda 2)
Feb
28
History of COVID-19 vaccine development Novavax says that it will pursue full approval for its COVID-19 vaccine during the second half of this year.
History of COVID-19 vaccine development Novavax says that it will pursue full approval for its COVID-19 vaccine during the second half of this year. (Reuters)
Feb
28
IPCC Sixth Assessment Report A report from the second IPCC working group is published, focusing on adaptation to climate change and population vulnerability.
IPCC Sixth Assessment Report A report from the second IPCC working group is published, focusing on adaptation to climate change and population vulnerability. (The Conversation)
Feb
28
Kherson offensive The Russian Defence Ministry says Russian Ground Forces have captured the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, and that th
Kherson offensive The Russian Defence Ministry says Russian Ground Forces have captured the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, and that the plant's operations have continued normally under the guard of soldiers. However, Ukraine denies that the power plant has been seized by Russian forces. (Reuters)
Feb
28
Monaco, a city favoured by Russian oligarchs, adopts sanctions against Russia in line with current EU sanctions.
Monaco, a city favoured by Russian oligarchs, adopts sanctions against Russia in line with current EU sanctions. (Reuters)